Effective x-ray dose management in the OR

Today’s complex minimally invasive procedures demand intelligent radiation dose management. When your focus is the patient, the X-ray system should not be a concern. Practical solutions that do not compromise image quality must be in place. Careful preparation makes this happen.

Beam filtration

This constant beam filtration filters out ‘soft’ or non-diagnostic X-rays and is standard on Philips mobile and fixed imaging systems. No action is required from the surgeon or staff to manage X-ray dose efficiency.

Dose settings

Philips systems offer dedicated imaging modes allowing you to select the best-suited imaging parameters. Each mode is designed to achieve the best image quality for the selected procedure – while maintaining effective dose efficiency.

Removable grid

Easily removable grid on the flat detector makes it possible to visualize small anatomy and extremities with exceptional image quality and excellent x-ray dose efficiency.

Clinical staff

It is important to educate your clinical staff to aid in X-ray dose efficiency measures in the OR. Your team members play a significant role in the precautions that must be taken to manage exposure.

Cardiologists, vascular surgeons, and orthopedic surgeons are among those professionals moving toward the use of less invasive treatment options offered by image-guided surgery. The proactive adherence of the imaging team (surgeon and radiographer) to the ALARA principle (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) can help manage unnecessary radiation exposure.

By understanding the behavior of X-rays and the capabilities of the imaging system, interventionalists and their team can manage x-ray dose in the OR for themselves and their patients.

Today’s complex minimally invasive procedures demand intelligent radiation dose management. When your focus is the patient, the X-ray system should not be a concern. Practical solutions that do not compromise image quality must be in place. Careful preparation makes this happen.

There are two key variables related to effective radiation dose management:

Beam filtration

This constant beam filtration filters out ‘soft’ or non-diagnostic X-rays and is standard on Philips mobile and fixed imaging systems. No action is required from the surgeon or staff to manage X-ray dose efficiency.

Dose settings

Philips systems offer dedicated imaging modes allowing you to select the best-suited imaging parameters. Each mode is designed to achieve the best image quality for the selected procedure – while maintaining effective dose efficiency.

Removable grid

Easily removable grid on the flat detector makes it possible to visualize small anatomy and extremities with exceptional image quality and excellent x-ray dose efficiency.

Clinical staff

It is important to educate your clinical staff to aid in X-ray dose efficiency measures in the OR. Your team members play a significant role in the precautions that must be taken to manage exposure.

Cardiologists, vascular surgeons, and orthopedic surgeons are among those professionals moving toward the use of less invasive treatment options offered by image-guided surgery. The proactive adherence of the imaging team (surgeon and radiographer) to the ALARA principle (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) can help manage unnecessary radiation exposure.

By understanding the behavior of X-rays and the capabilities of the imaging system, interventionalists and their team can manage x-ray dose in the OR for themselves and their patients.

9. Shorten exposure time Keep total exposure time as low as possible and do not use fluoro unless an image update is requested.

10. Park image To reduce the need for re-imaging during the procedure, place the LIH (Last Image Hold) to the reference monitor.

Enable dose management across your organization

DoseWise Portal is a vendor-agnostic, web-based solution that collects, measures, analyzes, and reports patient & staff radiation exposure, assisting you to take control of quality of care, efficiency, and patient/staff safety.

X-ray dose education for interventionalists

Knowing how to manage radiation exposure is crucial. X-ray dose management in the operating room begins with you. With a proper understanding of precautionary measures, you can help protect yourself, your staff, and your patients. Work DoseWise, without compromising image quality.

General precautions

What is scattered radiation? How does acquisition time and distance from the source impact radiation exposure? Knowledge of basic X-ray principles can help you manage exposure. Learn how to work smarter within a radiation field.

Protective clothing

Always follow local regulations when wearing protective clothing into the OR. Wear it correctly, use a dosimeter to monitor exposure, and face the source of radiation. Find out how you can manage radiation exposure when dressed properly.

Proper system use

An understanding of best practices for the use of X-ray in clinical situations is critical in managing a reduction in radiation exposure. Discover why flat detector placement, collimation, and X-ray tube positioning all play a big role.

Integrated system protection

Filters, automatic dose regulation, and pulsed fluoroscopy are among those features that help manage radiation exposure. Learn how the radiation protection capabilities of today’s modern C-arms benefit you, your staff and your patients.